This course is intended for every adult leader in every Boy Scout Troop. It is designed to provide a working knowledge of the basic outdoor skills necessary to succeed as a Scoutmaster or Assistant Scoutmaster. Outdoor skills are critical to the success of the Scouting program, and Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills will provide leaders with the basic outdoor skills information needed to start a program right.
Introduction to Outdoor Leader Skills is the required outdoor training for all Scoutmasters, Assistant Scoutmasters, Venturing Crew Advisors (if the crew is engaged in outdoor programs) and Varsity Team Coaches (if the team is engaged in a hiking or camping program). The skills taught are based on the outdoor skills found in The Boy Scout Handbook. The course is also ideal for Venturing leaders because it focuses on skills that build confidence and competence in leaders conducting outdoor camping experiences.

The next 4 IOLS options are the IOLS test out at the Valley Forge office on February 25th, and 3 full courses March 9-11, 16-18 and April 27-29.  A copy of the training calendar has been provided below so that contact information for these events can be easily found

 2012 Training Calendar